ESI U86XT Professional 24-bit USB Audio Interface with 8 Inputs / 6 Outputs Sound Card 24-Bit / 96 kHz Audio Processing

Key Features:

.High Speed USB 2.0 Computer Interface

.2 x Mic Preamps with +48V Phantom Power

.24-Bit / 96 kHz Audio Processing

.8 Inputs / 6 Outputs

.2 x Combination XLR-1/4" Inputs

.2 x 1/4" Main Outputs

.1 x 1/4" Headphone Output

.1/4" Line I/O, MIDI I/O & S/DPIF via RCA

.Supports Mac & Windows

.Includes Software & Power Supply

ESI U86XT Overview

The ESI U86 XT is an audio interface that communicates to your Mac or Windows computer over USB. A total of eight inputs and six outputs are provided at any one time. Analog connections can be made through the preamp, which can handle microphone and Hi-Z sources, or by means of the line jacks on the rear panel. Condenser microphones can be powered via onboard +48V phantom power.

In total, there are eight line inputs and six line outputs, alongside two 1/4" main outputs. There you'll also find S/PDIF I/O over RCA, as well as a USB port and MIDI I/O for 16-channels of MIDI in and out.

The interface is capable of processing audio at resolutions and sample rates up to 24-bit / 96 kHz, doing so at high speeds and low latencies, thanks to drivers based on EWDM and DirectWIRE technology with support for Windows and Mac operating systems alike. A headphone output on the front of the U86 XT can be used for private listening. Included with the U86 XT are a DC power supply, a license for Deckadance LE software, a DAW in the form of Bitwig 8-Track, and a license of inTone 2 ESI Edition from Audified.

Bundled Software

Bitwig 8-Track: This trim and effective DAW allows you to start producing, performing, and designing sounds like a pro. This DAW offers eight tracks for processing and the Bitwig Essentials Package, which is a versatile selection of handpicked presets and sounds. Record instruments, create your arrangements, design new sounds, or just jam.

Deckadance LE Version 2: This is professional DJ software for remix and groove producers, turntablists, club DJs, and mobile DJs. With the included license, you can quickly load your favorite tracks and instantly mix them like a professional DJ through the outputs of U86 XT.

inTone 2 ESI Edition: This jamming tool lets you produce mixes of multiple audio signals, play files, change tracks, and prepare streams for podcasts and recordings. As an effects host, you can use this software with GK Amplification 2 LE and ampLion Free, both of which are included.

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